Rock the Vote at the Anderson. Swing by the Anderson Friday or Saturday and register to vote. At the bar's Rock the Vote event, expect special guests such as radio personality Savannah Buffett and rapper Wyclef Jean, music, and a cocktail once you've registered. 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, October 5, and Saturday, October 6, at the Anderson, 709 NE 79th St., Miami; 305-757-3368; theandersonmiami.com. Admission is free.
Oktoberfest at Miami Beach Botanical Garden. It's a slice of Oktoberfest at Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Enjoy food, live music, and craft brews. Paid admission includes a sampling glass and unlimited refills. 7 p.m. Friday, October 5, at 2000 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach; 305-673-7256; mbgarden.org. Tickets cost $45.
Locktoberfest Cookout at Burlock Coast. South Florida Oktoberfest festivities continue with bratwurst and bottomless beer at Burlock Coast. Admission with unlimited food costs $30. Sip chilled brews all afternoon for an additional $25. 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 6, at Burlock Coast, 1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954-302-6460; ritzcarlton.com. Reservations are recommended; email [email protected] or call.
Oktoberfest at Seminole Theatre. The Seminole Theatre in Homestead will host its first Oktoberfest. Expect traditional German food and beer, a full bar, art, games, and drinking songs from Germany's Vocaldente. 7 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, October 6, at 18 N. Krome Ave., Homestead; 786-650-2073; seminoletheatre.org. Tickets cost $25 to $40 via eventbrite.com.

Guinness bratwurst with seasoned pretzel bites, sauerkraut, and mashed potatoes.
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